# Professional basketball resurgence in Rome

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/professional-basketball-resurgence-in-rome
> Updated: 2026-10-11T18:39:46.000Z. Sources: 18. Developments: 2.

BC Roma launched its new basketball project for the 2026-27 season with a presentation event at PalaTiziano. The club, which features investment from Luka Doncic and technical leadership from Sergio Scariolo, unveiled its roster and new jersey to over one thousand spectators.

Following the season launch, the Rome basketball scene saw the first ‘Derby della Capitale’ in 46 years. In this historic match, Massima Roma defeated BC Roma 96-95 at the PalaEur. Massima Roma overcame an early deficit to win, led by Aaron Holiday’s 20 points, while BC Roma’s Nico Mannion scored 24 points.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-11: Massima Roma defeats BC Roma 96-95 in historic Rome basketball derby

Massima Roma defeated BC Roma 96-95 in the first major Rome basketball derby in 46 years, played before over 9,000 fans at the PalaEur.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/massima-roma-defeats-bc-roma-96-95-in-historic-rome-basketball-derby

### 2026-09-22: BC Roma basketball club launches new project in Rome

BC Roma officially launched its 2026-27 basketball season at PalaTiziano, featuring high-profile investors like Luka Doncic and technical consultant Sergio Scariolo.

16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/perugia-sports-update-defender-trials-and-volleyball-progress

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